Formed in 1973 by brothers Malcolm and Angus Young, AC/DC emerged on the music scene ready to rock. With a raw, powerful sound and unmistakable, guitar-driven hooks, the band gained a following in their native Australia that would expand across the globe. This massive new illustrated history follows the band from its roots to its most recent releases and sold-out world tours. Author Phil Sutcliffe and a roster of hard-rock experts leave no stone unturned, from the band's formation and early club gigs to its astounding worldwide success and generation-spanning popularity.